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What should I expect when taking SEROQUEL for the first time?

My doctor just prescribed me seroquel because I am plagued with bipolar, PTSD, and an outrageous amount of insomnia. I'm not sure what mg it is, because I have yet to pick the meds up. Since I requested it as a sleep aid, my educated guess would be that it's probably 25-50 mgs. Since I have never taken this stuff before, I would greatly appreciate it if someone could tell me what to expect. Especially with the first dose. Secondly, I am also on Norco 10s for my authritis. Would it be ok to still take my norcos regularly, and then take the seroquel at night, as long as I space the two medications apart by like 3-4 hours? Please give me detailed information about your experience/what to expect! Thanks and God Bless (:

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    Lv 7
    6 years ago

    it will be 4-6 weeks be you notice any change - takes awhile get working for any antidepressant - the first dose - you won;t feel anything - ask your doctor about taking multiple meds

  • ?
    Lv 6
    6 years ago

    Expect to feel like you are drunk...... they say it gets better but I quit using it after a month of stumbling around.

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